2005 Rover 25 vs. 1970 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 2005 Rover 25 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 25 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1970 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 25 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1970 Skoda 110 L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Skoda 110 L is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Skoda 110 L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Rover 25, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Rover 25 (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Rover 25 | 1970 Skoda 110 L | |
Make | Rover | Skoda |
Model | 25 | 110 L |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 31 L |